Cody Rhodes on SmackDown: WWE News & Updates
- WWE stars John Cena and Cody Rhodes are scheduled to appear on FridayS WWE smackdown in Knoxville, Tennessee.
- Rhodes' appearance was confirmed by WWE, adding to Cena's previously announced spot on the May 30 show.
- Rhodes recently returned to WWE after losing to Cena at WrestleMania.
John Cena and Cody Rhodes Appear on smackdown Before Money in the Bank
updated May 28, 2025
WWE stars John Cena and Cody Rhodes are scheduled to appear on FridayS WWE smackdown in Knoxville, Tennessee. The appearance serves as a lead-up to their tag team match at money in the Bank.
Rhodes’ appearance was confirmed by WWE, adding to Cena’s previously announced spot on the May 30 show. At Money in the Bank on June 7 in Los Angeles, Cena will team with Logan Paul to face Rhodes and Jey Uso.
Rhodes recently returned to WWE after losing to Cena at WrestleMania. He intervened during Saturday Night’s Main Event, preventing Cena from interfering in Jey Uso’s World Heavyweight Championship defense against Paul.
Both Cena and Rhodes are also advertised for the June 6 SmackDown episode. Cena is also slated for the Raw episode following Money in the Bank.The Money in the Bank event is a major draw, boosting WWE ticket sales and viewership.
The current lineup for Friday’s SmackDown includes:
- Appearances by John Cena and Cody Rhodes
- The return of Bianca Belair
- Men’s Money in the Bank qualifying match: jacob Fatu vs. Carmelo Hayes vs. Andrade
- Women’s Money in the Bank qualifying match: Nia Jax vs. Naomi vs.Jade cargill
what’s next
The upcoming Money in the Bank event promises high-stakes action as Cena and Rhodes continue their rivalry. Fans anticipate further developments on smackdown as the event approaches.